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Thursday, July 30, 2015

(Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the Creek Road Bridge over Route 42 will be closed with a detour this weekend as the Direct Connection project in Bellmawr and Mt. Ephraim, Camden County advances.

One half of the new bridge has been constructed and traffic has been shifted onto the new section. The remaining half of the old bridge will now be demolished and construction of the new half will begin.

NJDOT's contractor, PKF Mark III, will close traffic across the Creek Road Bridge over Route 42 from 9 p.m. Friday, July 31 to approximately 5 a.m. Monday, August 3, to build new bridge approaches, switch signing, and reconfigure traffic signals. The following detours will be in place:

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

The Hegeman String Band at Proprietors Park—This Thursday, July 30 the award winning Hegeman String Band will be performing from 8 pm to 10 pm at Proprietors Park, King Street and the Delaware River, Gloucester City. Sponsored by The Camden County Board of Freeholders and the County Parks Department On the Road Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and the family for a fun-filled evening of toe-tapping music on the Delaware.

A SLOW NEWS DAY—When looking for a story idea all a reporter has to do these days is check out social media. Take for example this thread that is posted on the Next Door Neighbor website regarding Gloucester City Council’s passage of an ordinance banning Uber taxi service in the city. Resident Gus Orr feels the ordinance is unenforceable and believes the council should support Uber as a job creator.

Monday, July 27, 2015

Born January 30 th, 1966, Suddenly passed on July 15 th, 2015 from stage 3 COPD at her residence in Gloucester City at the age of 49.

She is survived by her father Wallace “Wally” Walters, family, and many friends. She is preceded in death by her mother Phyllis Walters and brother Robert Walters. Theresa was born in Philadelphia, PA and was a resident of Barrington. She attended Haddon Heights High school and graduated in 1984. She worked for the past several years at Bureau of Vital Statistics for the City of Philadelphia, PA as a clerk. Theresa had a passion for God, her family, friends, and nature.

Saturday, July 25, 2015

Katherine M. Sylvia, age 28, of Gloucester City, NJ, was suddenly carried to heaven on June 17, 2015.

Farewell CeremonyA visitation will take place on her birthday, Wednesday, July 29, 2015 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM followed by a Memorial Ceremony at 11:00 AM at The Lord's Vineyard Church, 301 Colonial Avenue, West Deptford, NJ 08097, www.tlvchurch.org.

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PHILADELPHIA PA JULY 23, 2015 (CNBNewsnet)—NOT GUILTY! said Judge Sean Kennedy at the trial today for Nathaniel Maybin Jr. held at the Philadelphia Justice Center, 13th Street, and Gilbert Avenue. After announcing his verdict, Kennedy got up and walked into his chambers as cheers and applause could be heard coming from Maybin’s family and friends.

Today’s trial was a continuance of last week’s proceedings which was delayed because a witness for the defense was supposedly ill and unable to attend.

Maybin was charged with attempting to murder David Woods Sr., a Gloucester City resident, in West Philadelphia on February 20, 2014. Two nearby video cameras had captured the attacker hitting the victim with a hammer as he walked out of the Maple Deli, at 49th and Lancaster. Woods worked in Philadelphia, New York and at the Jersey shore installing steel security doors. On the day he was assaulted he and his friend Bernard Williams had just finished installing a door in the area.

Woods was struck so hard with the hammer he suffered a fractured skull. As a result of the attack, he could not speak and he had no feeling on the right side of the body. Today, some of his speech has returned, but he still has no feeling on his right side. He also takes medication to control the seizures he suffers as a result of the trauma to his head. He can no longer work as he is totally disabled. His 27-year-old business was closed down.

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Albert "Bud" Edward Scharnagl, Jr., 70, of Beaufort, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2015 at Carolina East Medical Center. The family and church will conduct a memorial service at 6:00 pm Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at One Harbor Church in Beaufort.

Bud was honorably discharged from the U.S Navy after four years of service, and retired from EMD Millipore after 25 years as a plant electrician. He was a passionate fisherman that loved to fish for flounder. He served on the Board of Saltwater Light Tackle Fishing Club. Additionally, he served as a volunteer and former board member of Loaves and Fishes, and as an active member of One Harbor Church.

Monday, July 20, 2015

THE SECRETIVE GLOUCESTER CITY COUNCIL—At a recent executive session of Gloucester City Mayor and Council, City Solicitor Leonard Wood gave an in-depth report on the ongoing negotiations with the NHP Foundation and what they are looking to do with financing the purchase of city-owned property Chatham Square.

CNBNews submitted an OPRA requesting a copy of that report and was told by the custodian of records, Kathy Jentsch, “This matter is currently in the negotiation stage. These materials are in the possession of our attorney for that purpose-attorney client privilege”.

According to their website, The NHP Foundation, (NHPF) owns 30 properties in 12 states and the District of Columbia, totaling approximately 6,000 units of low-and-moderate-income. They own two sites in New Jersey, the Hollybush Garden, Glassboro (252 units) and Washington Dodd Apartments, Orange (300 units). See website

The James administration purchased the property in 2008 for $4.25 million claiming the apartments were being used by “drug dealers”, and the criminals were a “strain on the local police department”. Mayor and council also said some of the people living there were a “strain” on the local school district.

EDISON -- "Vape Expo NJ" this weekend drew roughly 1,200 vendors and electronic cigarette enthusiasts, as well as local and county health officials who fined the expo hall manager, the event promoters and nearly 70 sellers about $50,000 for violating the state's indoor smoke-free air law. Edison and Middlesex County health officials wrote 66 citations against

Sunday, July 19, 2015

Several residents have posted comments recently on the Nextdoor Neighbor social media site about skunks invading the Riverview Heights area of Gloucester City.

Keith writes on July 17,

Once again for the umpteenth time.. The skunks had taken a two-month hiatus and now they are back AGAIN. For the last three weeks, sightings have been about five a week. Tonight I walked out of the house to see a skunk just casually walking down my driveway.. I stomped m my foot to get it to scatter. It turned and slowly walked away. Which was promising for keeping it out of my yard except the @?-!/?@ thing SPRAYED AS IT LEFT.

Margaret F. "Marge" Kahlan, age 79 died on July 17, 2015 at the age of 79.. (nee Toussaint) In the loving and devoted care of her husband of 61 years, Karl J. Kahlan. Cherished mother of Karl J. (Tamara) Kahlan, Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona and Kathy (Bob) Jentsch of Gloucester City. Devoted daughter of the late Herbert H. and Margaret Toussaint (nee O’Neill). Dear Sister of Patricia (Richard) Lucas of Southampton. Beloved grandmother of 4, step-grandmother of 3, great-grandmother of 5 and step-great-grandmother of 5.

Marge was born in Camden and was a longtime resident of Gloucester City. She was a 41 year parishioner of Saint Mary’s R.C. Church in Gloucester City and was an active and devoted member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas: Court Giese # 439 in Gloucester City. Marge was a doctors assistant for Dr. Lopresti, Allen and Miller in Haddon Heights. She was a volunteer at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in the Gift Shop since 2006.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of the McCann Funeral Home, 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City NJ 08030. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Margaret F. Kahlan

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

On July 14, 2015. Age 79. (nee Rusk) Of Gloucester City. Wife of the late John J. “Schocky” Nonamaker. Loving mother of Bonnie Koverchick, Anita Lee (Rick), Donna, John Jr. and Daniel. Cherished grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 6. Also survived by 1 sister and 4 brothers.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Tuesday evening, July 21, 2015 from 6 to 8 PM and again on Wednesday morning, July 22, 2015 from 10 to 11 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Service 11 AM. Interment will follow in Brig. Gen. Doyle Veterans Cemetery, Arneytown.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation, Inc., 7008 Little River Turnpike, PO Box 49, Annandale, VA 22003. In the memo, please write: Bernice V. Nonamaker.

On July 11, 2015, a long-time resident of Gloucester City, passed away peacefully at Heath Village, Hackettstown, N.J. Helen was born on Jan. 20, 1920 at home in Gloucester City to the late Herman O. Stainker and Charlotte M. (Manduka) Stainker. She was married to Donald Brown for over forty years prior to his passing in 1980. She was also predeceased by 6 siblings; Herman (Harry), William, Earl, Franklin, Charlotte (Marie) and John as well as one Grandson, Harry E. Brown, Jr. Helen is survived by her sons, Donald D. Brown (Naree K.) and Harry E. Brown (Nancy M.) as well as 5 Grandchildren; Donald (Marc) Brown, Heather L. Durr (Kenneth L.), Peter D. Brown (Elizabeth C.), Nancy (Beth) Viglianco (Michael C. ) and Rebecca N. Brown. She is also survived by 7 Great-Grandchildren; Benjamin Durr, Andrew Durr, Madeline Durr, Peter (PJ) Brown, Noah Brown, Sarah Viglianco, and Samuel Viglianco.

Mrs. Brown retired as a Head Salesperson from JC Penney Co. in 1983. She was previously employed by Pauley’s Bakery in Gloucester City as well as other positions locally. She was a lifetime member of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension, Gloucester City, a member and Past President of the Broadway School PTA, and member of both the Monmouth St. and Gloucester City Jr./Sr. High School PTA. She was a life member of the Gloucester City Historical Society.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

PHILADELPHIA PA July 14, 2015 (CNBNewsnet)—The ongoing narrative surrounding the Philadelphia Commonwealth vs Nathaniel Maybin Jr., judicial proceedings was continued once again today because of a request by Defense Attorney Allan Sagot. Maybin has been charged with attempted murder for allegedly trying to kill David Woods Sr., on February 20, 2014, with a hammer as he walked out of West Philadelphia Deli, at 49th and Lancaster.

Woods was rendered totally disabled as a result of the vicious attack. A Gloucester City resident, he was the former owner of Day or Night Door Service.

Six weeks ago, at the May 28 proceedings, Sagot produced a videotape shortly before the case was to begin. The defense claimed the tape shows his client was in a different part of the city when the attack occurred. Judge Sean Kennedy who is presiding over the ligation granted Sagot’s request as it was a possible alibi for his client. The continuance also gave the prosecution the chance to review the new evidence.

Monday, July 13, 2015

Tradition is a wonderful thing, and Duffy's stands tall. For ninety years, Duffy's has provided excellent chocolates at their original location at 29 N. Broadway in Gloucester City. That location also carries delicious gummy spearmint leaves and orange slices. Love the spearmint leaves.

Going toward Camden on Broadway, park your car just past the traffic light at Monmouth Street and cross over Broadway and you'll spot it easily, not as easily if you were driving and looking for it, because it's easy to drive right by - and that would be a shame.

Duffy's is a family owned business and a Gloucester City tradition, one of the City's oldest businesses. They are renowned for their "Irish Potatoes" which they sell a ton of around St. Patrick's Day. If you're a Gloucester resident, and haven't been to Duffy's - and there are actually some who haven't - take a walk over for some real taste treats.

(CNBNewsnet)--Donald C. Bigley, of Moorestown died on July 8, 2015 at the age of 65.

Mr. Bigley was the owner Ott's Tavern in Delran for 27 years. He was one of the principal investors of the proposed Ott's on the Waterfront Restaurant to be built on Freedom Pier in Gloucester City. He was a graduate of Gettysburg College, Class of 1971.

He is survived by his wife Patricia (nee Crowley). Children Craig Bigley, Todd Bigley, Erin Bigley and Katelyn Bigley. Brother of Lynn Fox.

Funeral services were under the direction of the Lewis Funeral Home, 78 East Main St. Moorestown, NJ 08057.

THE WEST MARKET ST. REDEVELOPMENT-- Any long time resident of Gloucester City will recall the numerous development studies that have been announced for the community by politicians since the 1980's. For example there was The Hollywood East Plan, followed by The King Street Corridor Plan, the 1995 Master Plan to redevelop Broadway, The Irish Theme Village, the Southport Development, and The Gloucester Point project just to mention a few.

Hundreds of thousands of dollars if not millions have been spent over the years for consultant fees, architect designs and other related costs for these plans. The upper floor of the municipal building at Broadway and Monmouth Street is stacked to the ceiling with the remnants of drawings and paperwork gathering dust.

There is always a big fanfare surrounding the announcement of these grandiose ideas but for one reason or another these plans never make it off the drawing board.

James A. Underwood, of Gloucester City NJ died on July 10, 2015 in Kindred Hospital, South Philadelphia, PA at the age of 50.

'UNZ' worked for over 30 years for John Snyder at FM & W Drilling in Bellmawr as a well driller. He was a graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School Class of 1983. James was a parishioner of Saint Mary’s R.C. Church in Gloucester City. He was a former member of the Gloucester City Dart League at Caps and Highland Tavern.

Born in Camden City, he was the son of the late Harry and Jane (nee Hansen) Underwood.

Survived by his wife, Kathy and devoted children Kasey, Joey and Krystal. The youngest of 7 children he is survived by his siblings: Rich, Harry, Tom, Phil, Lou and Jane Ellen. Survived by many nieces and nephews.

Tom was a graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School class of 1950. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy. Tom was the owner and operator of Porch & Robb Plumbing and Heating in Gloucester City, where he also served as the Plumbing Inspector for many years. He was a longtime member of the Gloucester City Lions Club and the Gloucester City Senior Citizens Association.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday morning, July 11, 2015 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City.

Wednesday, July 08, 2015

On July 5, 2015. Age 87. Of Gloucester City. Survived by her nephew, George Helmuth and her dear friends, Roxanne Kurek and Karen Lynch.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Thursday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s R.C. Church: 426 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM in the church. Interment will follow in New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.

Tuesday, July 07, 2015

Marie Stella Mealey

of Gloucester City, formerly of National Park Age 81years, daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth Campbell. Marie will be reunited with her husband Robert D. Mealey who was taken by the Lord early in life. Marie was surrounded by the people who loved her. She was a devoted mother to Robert Mealey, Jr. (Deborah) (Mealey’s Pub) and Lynn Mealey Stinsman (Dennis). Loving grandmother of James Mealey (Shelley), Dennis Stinsman III (Nicole), Marc Stinsman (Tammy), great grandmother of McKenna, Gage, Bryce Mealey and Colin and Carter Stinsman and her baby Bandit. Marie was predeceased by her brother Harry Campbell (Joan) and Ruth Wenner (Bill) and is survived by her dear sister and friend Joan Wright (Ed).

Marie was a very reserved quiet woman who loved shopping, the Casino’s and the Ocean City Beach. She will be sadly missed by all.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Wednesday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 POWELL ST., GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ. A Catholic prayer service will be held 12:00 noon at the Funeral Home. Interment to follow New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. There will be no evening viewing. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial donations in Marie’s name be made to Alzheimer’s Assoc. Envelopes will be provided at the Funeral Home or donations may be made online at www.alz.org. via www.creranfh.com

Monday, July 06, 2015

JEER-- This jungle of weeds and trash shown above can be found at the intersection of Lane Avenue and Powell Street. The photo below was taken at Little Somerset Street near Victoria Place. The weeds and overgrown trees have taken over the sidewalk. Nearby property owners should not have to put up with conditions like these. Drive around the city and you will find many similar homes. Grant you Gloucester City is inundated with abandon properties. A local official told us there are 450 of them. However, it seems to us that there are enough Public Works employees available to be assigned to correct this blight. And if not hire an outside contractor and charge the responsible parties for the cost. To just let them remain in this condition and do nothing depreciate the homes in the surrounding neighborhood and reflects badly on Gloucester City. City officials should be ashamed of themselves for allowing this blight to ruin our community. WE WONDER, if these deplorable conditions were next to the mayor’s house or the house of a councilman would they still exist?

Sunday, July 05, 2015

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Long-time Gloucester City resident and gas station owner John W. "Johnny B" Barkham died on June 23, 2015, at the age of 92.

John W. "Johnny B" Barkham (photo provided)

John was a proud member of the Gloucester City High School Class of 1941. Prior to retiring, he was the owner of the Getty Gas Station at Broadway and Somerset Street in Gloucester City, a member of the Gloucester City Senior Citizens Association, and a 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. John was the drummer with "The Harry V Five" and performed his own band called "Johnny B & The Rock A Bops".

Tuesday, June 30, 2015

After six seasons as the boys’ basketball coach at Schalick High School, Cassidy has been named the coach at Cherokee.

He was approved by the Lenape Regional High School District’s board of education Wednesday.

Cassidy technically replaces Paul Wiedeman, who took the position on May 13 but resigned less than a week later to remain at Haddonfield. Matt Shultz led the Chiefs to a second straight South Jersey Group 4 final last season before stepping down after five seasons.

“I’m really excited,” Cassidy said. “It’s an opportunity for me to step into a great program with great kids. Lucky for me, the position re-opened and I’m thrilled.

“Schalick gave me my first chance as a young kid at 23. That’s something not too many schools do and I’m grateful for that. I loved the kids at Schalick and the toughest thing for me was telling them I was leaving.”

We had several people who wanted to know the names of the Board members who voted for or against the recent pay raises for the administrators and school superintendent. Below is the recorded vote provided to us by the School Board Business Administrator. There were no NAY votes recorded.

Administrators (June 9 meeting) School Supt. (June 23 meeting)

Robert Bennett— Abstain ……………………………. Abstain

Linda Bittman— Yes………………………………………. Yes

Jacqueline Borger— Yes…………………………………… Yes

Stephanie Cohan— Abstain………………………………… Abstain

Richard Dolson— Abstain…………………………………. Absent

Patrick Hagan — Absent………………………………….. Yes

Edward Hubbs — Yes……………………………………… Yes

Bill Johnson ——- Yes……………………………………… Absent

Bruce Marks—— Abstain………………………………….. Abstain

Tracy Farrow— Yes………………………………………. Yes

CNB Note: After looking at the list of school district employees we noticed that some of those Board member who abstain are either an employee of the school district or have a member of their family working in the school district.

We also received a number of comments on this article that appear on our Facebook page. Here are just a few of them.

Who the school board president he should be ashame for even voting on this knowing gloucester is low income city i think the school board should be investicated for why the school dist budget was short $5,million

Bob Birney Jr. Laying off teachers/aides, discontinuing bus service, all to budget costs right? I don't see this as a necessity compared to the previous mentioned things.. crooked politics as per usual, no surprise in this town..

Monday, June 29, 2015

I am a dedicated and enthusiastic candidate with a Masters of Special Education Degree. I have six years of substitute teaching experience, experience as Gloucester City’s DARE Officer, and I am the current Vice Principal of Holy Name Elementary School in Camden, NJ. I am seeking a position as an advocate of children. I have been lucky enough to have been able to retire from the NJ Police and Fire Pension system. I believe in my second career I am meant to demonstrate and encourage a passion for learning and helping to meet the needs of our exceptional children.

(CNBNews.net)--Gloucester City resident John Driscoll announced his candidacy today for the City Board of Education. There are three seats up for re-election.

Driscoll has aMasters of Special Education Degree. He has six years of substitute teaching experience.

A former member of the Gloucester City Police Department, Driscoll has experience as Gloucester City DARE Officer. Presently he is the current Vice Principal of Holy Name Elementary School in Camden City.

Saturday, June 27, 2015

The Tall Ships Philadelphia Camden festival has been photographed from the shorelines by many photographers, but NJ.com photographer Lori M. Nichols had the opportunity to present visitors with a different perspective: looking up at the ships from the Delaware River. There are 13 total Tall Ships on display, and there are opportunities to sail the Delaware…

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Like a scene from "Mutiny on the Bounty," 13 ships with sails unfurled made their way up the Delaware River Thursday, pushed by a warm summer breeze, to kick off the Tall Ships Philadelphia Camden festival. With festivities on both sides of the river -- not to mention on the water itself -- there will be…

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ -- June 22, 2015 at 5:42 am officers responded to a vacant residence in the unit block of S. Burlington Street for a report of a burglary in progress. Officers searched the residence and located a suspect hiding in a second floor bedroom. Michael J. Canning (27), a resident of the 100 block of S. Burlington Street, was arrested without incident.

He was additionally found to be a wanted person out of Camden County. Canning was sentenced to five years in prison for burglary in September, 2014 but was released in January 2015 into the Intensive Supervision Program.

Canning was charged with burglary, theft, possession of burglar tools and remanded to Camden County Jail without bail.

ALLEGED DRUG PUSHER ROBERT R. RAND

On June 18, 2015 at approximately 6:10 pm City Detectives and the Patrol Division executed a search warrant on a vehicle on N. Broadway at King Street Street culminating an investigation into the distribution of CDS from the vehicle in various areas of Gloucester City. As a result, a quantity of heroin, cash and a vehicle were seized. The target of the investigation, Robert R. Rand (35), a resident of Bellmawr, was arrested at the scene and charged with possession of CDS and possession with intent to distribute. He was later remanded to Camden County Jail after failing to post bail.

Visitors will see a variety of ships ranging from the 65-foot Serenity, to the U.S. Coast Guard's tall ship, the Barque Eagle, which stretches 295 feet long and stands more than 147 feet tall. Today at 1 p.m., the ships will gather under the Walt Whitman bridge, then make their way up the river to the Camden waterfront area where they will dock and be available to tour, photograph, or just admire.

Tuesday, June 23, 2015

CHESTER PA (CNBNewsnet)--The Gloucester City High School Basketball Team participated in the June 18-20 Widener Team Camp Competition, held at Widener University in Chester PA. The Lions competed with teams from NJ, PA, DE, and MD.

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

press release

Raises the bar on quality, expands program to full school day, full school year, reduces regulatory burden by one-third

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced today important steps to improve the quality of services at Head Start programs across the country. HHS Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell unveiled the first comprehensive revision of the Head Start Performance Standards since they were originally published in 1975. Improving these performance standards, which provide the foundation for practices and policies in every Head Start program, builds upon past efforts from the administration to improve and strengthen Head Start in order to deliver on the President’s call to provide children with access to high-quality early childhood experiences. The revised standards reflect a vision for how to raise the bar on quality for all Head Start programs and build on the programs’ history of success to help more children onto a path to school success.

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Surrounded by his family, on June 14, 2015. Age 31. Of Gloucester City. Beloved and cherished son of Ginny Gramley and David Gramley, Sr. Loving brother of David Gramley, Jr. and Jeremie Gramley. Loving grandson of Mom Mom Gramley. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins and his beloved dog, Bella. Kevin was a graduate of Gloucester H.S.

Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Friday evening, June 19th, 2015 from 6 to 8 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Interment private.

Kevin frequently donated to the AWA for the care and adoption of animals. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Animal Welfare Association: 509 Centennial Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043. Please write in memo: Kevin C. Gramley.

Monday, June 15, 2015

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ--I stopped in for a tuna and swiss cheese hoagie with peppers. It was very good. Why a tuna hoagie? It was Friday and I’m Catholic. But the real reason was I wanted a tuna hoagie ☺. I would have gotten it on Tuesday too. They can make sandwiches from any of the variety of meats and cheeses they carry.

The store was well stocked with many convenience items. I got some Tang, bananas and a large can of whipped cream too. (That’s good in my coffee. I don’t like the taste of coffee, but that makes it just fine!) The point is that they have a lot of things you’ll need without having to leave Gloucester City. And that’s the real point. Everyone wants convenience, but if local mini-market merchants have to close because they don’t get the support they need, it can mean a drive out of the City. So one of the purposes of his piece is to encourage everyone to support this Market and other local businesses.

Small business entails risk and commitment. Local merchants like the young couple who own Express Super Market have taken that risk in trying to serve the community. Help them to help you and everybody will stay happy! I don’t live in town, but I come in to try to support local businesses like Express, Max’s and Vitale’s because I care about Gloucester City and its future. I stopped in TD Bank to get money too! It’s a very nice office and a great addition to the City.

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Repair crews were still on the scene at 5 PM. Traffic is still being detoured from the area.

(photo credit CNBNews.net)

by William E. Cleary Sr.

Gloucester City NJ June 10, 2015 (CNBNews.net)— For the past several months PSE&G along with Verizon have been adding heavy duty dark black wires to the old utility poles in the Riverview Heights section of Gloucester City. Today, the extra weight on those poles have caused one to break in half on Lane Avenue near the corner of Thompson Ave. Several others (photo above) are now leaning to one side. The wires come in from South Broadway and extend over Kohler Street to Lane Avenue and east onto Thompson Avenue out to the high tension wires by Gloucester City High School.

Presently traffic is being detoured from this area. So far electrical services has not been affected.

Sunday, June 07, 2015

CHEER-To all our soldiers both past and present that stand ready to defend us. We live in the land of the free, BECAUSE of the brave. Let us always remember them, the sacrifices they made, the lives lost, and their commitment to our country and way of life.

JEER—NJ Transit bus drivers are the most aggressive and offensive drivers on the road today. Did they receive additional driver training at "combat school"? They routinely disregard oncoming traffic, park or block traffic not pulling close enough into designated stops and give little regard to any other traffic on the road around them. They could use some training in "polite and courteous driving".

Opening day of the Gloucester City Park, King Street and the Delaware River (1930's)

by Joe Hargesheimer

CNBNews.net

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ --Several years ago, there was talk of a project down along the river that would have been called Hollywood East. Well, it never got off the drawing board; but, if it had, it still would not have been the first Hollywood in Gloucester City. Before Camden County built what is now Proprietor's Park, that area along King St. was filled with houses, businesses, and many boat houses and called Hollywood.

The year 1929, construction work begins on the Gloucester City Park, King Street and the Delaware River

That area was also home to the famous Hugg's Tavern. Hugg's was built in 1721; and, as everyone knows,

Hollywood boat houses along the riverfront 1920s

Betsy Grissom married John Ross there and became Betsy Ross. It is a real pity that county officials did not have the foresight to save the tavern. It was torn down in 1929 to build the park.

The riverfront of Hollywood was filled with boat houses, and I have heard that, during prohibition, more than one load of beer and whiskey found its way into Gloucester by the way of boats coming into Hollywood. In fact, at the time, officals of the county stated that the reason for locating the park where it is was to remove the evil that was Hollywood's boat house district.

The park was opened in the early 30s and operated as a county park until Camden County bulldozed the pool about 25 years ago and gave the park back to the city. While it is sad that the swimming pool and the dance hall over the pool building are now gone, I really think the city has done a fantastic job with the park. There is now a marina, a fishing pier, and a lovely river walk.

If you have not visited the park recently, stop by. You will be pleasantly surprised.

Friday, June 05, 2015

Gloucester City, NJ—The Board of Directors of NEST announced that Robert Almond, Jr. will take over as CEO of NEST, a growing business celebrating its twentieth year of success. “The Board and I are thrilled to see where Rob takes the company in the next twenty years,” said Robert Almond, Sr. “Rob is by far one of the youngest non-founding CEOs to lead a fifty-million dollar plus company in the history of America at age 34. He has been vital to the company’s growth already, and I know we’ll continue to see greatness in his new role.” Almond Sr will remain CEO of NEST of Florida a division that supports the NEST Method™ with procurement and administrative services.

Monday, June 01, 2015

WINNERS (May 25, 2015)--The big reveal finally is here, and NESN’s Next Producer has been named. In a twist, judges Tom Werner and Brad Falchuk decided to split first place among two groups. Boston University’s Kaley Roberts, Christina Beiene and Brittney Badduke won the $20,000 prize for their film “On the Mic,” which told the story of Connor Lenahan, who has overcome challenges of physical disability to become “the voice of Boston University.” They have been named NESN’s Next Producers. But Werner and Falchuk decided to offer all four students an opportunity to work at NESN.

That meant Sacred Heart University’s Kieran McGirl, who produced the film “The Rise of Johnny Hockey,” which chronicles the journey of Calgary Flames winger Johnny Gaudreau, also was a winner. McGirl is an alumnus of Gloucester Catholic High School, Gloucester City NJ , and his film is about his Rams classmate Johnny Gaudreau.

Check out the announcement and the producers’ reactions in the video below.

Sunday, May 31, 2015

The repairs to the bridge that connects Gloucester City with Brooklawn has been completed ...for now. In the near future work will start to correct the flooding in that area, according to a County spokesperson. Looking north towards Gloucester City (photo credit CNBNews.net)

by William E. Cleary Sr.

CNBNews.net

THREE YEARS LATER—At long last the first phase of the reconstruction of the Broadway Bridge (Camden County Route 551)between Gloucester City and Brooklawn has been completed. The $4.15 million project included the demolition of the existing structure and construction of a new bridge — including new abutments, bridge span, decking and parapets. The project also features new bridge approaches, new pedestrian sidewalks, new guide rails, traffic striping and roadway markings.

The work began in August 2012. Camden County had originally announced it would be completed by the summer of 2013.

Saturday, May 30, 2015

May 28, 2015, at 3:06 PM 5/28/2015 | By Justin Petrisek, CNS StaffFive years after the official release of the Common Core State Standards on June 2, 2010, The Cardinal Newman Society has released two new reports on the experimental reform and remains convinced that the English language arts (ELA) and mathematics standards by themselves are insufficient and even potentially harmful for Catholic schools, which must keep Christ and the Catholic faith as the true core of education.

Even more disconcerting are the many curricula and textbooks that have been labeled “Common Core” but depart from the successful practices and principles of Catholic education, as well as standardized tests adjusted to Common Core standards that have been widely criticized.

Friday, May 29, 2015

GOOD NEWS FOR GLOUCESTER CITY—A nail salon will soon be occupying the empty building at 102 South Broadway and an electronic cigarette and vapor supplies business will be moving into 524 Monmouth Street.

We have also learned that Chubby’s Streak House, Monmouth and Burlington Streets plans to open sometime in July or early August. The building was a doctor’s office at one time and before that it was a pharmacy.

(Trenton) May 29, 2015-- New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced lane closures on Route 295 northbound tonight to set up a new traffic pattern as part of the Direct Connect Project in Bellmawr, Camden County.

Beginning at 9 p.m. tonight, Friday May 29, NJDOT’s contractor PKF Mark III, Inc. will close two lanes on Route 295 northbound to set up a new traffic pattern to set up a safe work zone. One lane of traffic will be maintained at all times. The lanes are scheduled to be reopened by 7 a.m. Saturday with the new configuration in place.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

On May 20, 2015. Age 62. Of Gloucester City. Born in Hanover Twp., NJ, she was the daughter of the late William G. and Lavenia R. (Yarbrough) O’Brien.

Donna worked for many years in the accounting profession with several local businesses and was a member of St. Mary’s R.C. Church. She is survived by her many loving and devoted friends including Ryan Schultz and her feline and canine companions. Donna lived her life in a way that showed the best way to have friends is to be a friend.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, May 30th at 11:00 am at St. Mary’s R.C. Church, followed by burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Gibbsboro, NJ.

PHILADELPHIA PA May 28, 2015 {CNBNews.net}—The Commonwealth vs.Nathaniel Maybin Jr. trial scheduled for today before Judge Sean F. Kennedy was continued as a result of last minute evidence being presented by Maybin’s attorney Allan Jeffrey Sagot. Maybin is charged with allegedly attacking Gloucester City resident David Woods Sr. with a hammer on February 20, 2014 around 5PM as he walked out of a West Philadelphia store, at 49th and Lancaster.

The 47-year-old Woods was rushed to the Hospital of the University of Penn (HUP) where he underwent three hours of surgery to repair an eight-inch hole in his skull. He now has a titanium plate in his head. As a result of the attack, he is permanently disabled.

Today’s trial was scheduled for 9AM, but it didn’t begin until 1:25 PM. When the court was out for lunch Sagot presented into evidence a videotape that allegedly shows his client in a Chinese Deli on 41st Street in Philadelphia. Assistant District Attorney Kristen Strentz objected to the tape being introduced on such short notice and asked the Judge to proceed with the trial without this tape. But, the Judge denied her request and said he would allow the new evidence to be introduced.

A new trial date was set for July 14, at 9AM in courtroom 701. Supposedly this will be the only case Kennedy will hear that day.

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ--Congratulations to all Gloucester Catholic Junior High School recipients during the 26th Annual Academic Honors Banquet on Monday, May 11, 2015 at Masso's Crystal Manor in Glassboro. In this photo, (L to R) Devon Tindley, Megan Laskowski, and Lauren Parker proudly display their awards certificates! Complete photo highlights from a memorable evening may be found on the Gloucester Catholic Facebook page at www.facebook.com/gchsrams!

Timothy J. Givens, 37, of Sicklerville, is accused of robbing the PNC Bank located at 900 Black Horse Pike in Gloucester Township on Saturday morning. It is alleged he passed a demand note to a teller, received an undisclosed amount of cash and fled on foot.

Authorities received several tips that helped identify Givens as the suspect after releasing surveillance photos of the robber.

Two Camden County Sheriff’s Department officers observed Givens walking near Cooper University Hospital in Camden on Sunday afternoon and approached him. The suspect attempted to flee, but was apprehended after a short foot chase.

Givens is charged with robbery and resisting arrest by flight. He was remanded to the Camden County Jail in lieu of bail.

All persons charged with criminal offenses are presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law.

ABOUT US

My name is William E. Cleary Sr. I started my newspaper career in 1966 at the age of 21. I am the former owner, publisher and editor of the Gloucester City News Inc., (GCN) a weekly newspaper. The Gloucester City News, located in Gloucester City NJ, was incorporated in 1929. Our family owned the paper from 1948 to 2005. We also owned the Camden County Record, a weekly with circulation in the City of Camden NJ. We no longer own either paper.
Looking for another avenue to express our views we launched ClearysNoteBook (CNBNews.net) on July 31, 2006. Over the past eight years we have accumulated 29,009 total posts, 21,332 total comments and 4,796,711 lifetime page views. Those numbers change daily and are updated once a year on the anniversary of this news site.
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Graffiti is becoming a problem in the City of Gloucester City NJ. The 40 plus photos were taken by resident Bill Waters in August 2008.
Mr. Waters is asking people to call police and report anyone who they see painting graffiti in our community. "Take a moment to get involved. Help stop this problem before it becomes too late."

The photos were taken at random from several Gloucester High School and Gloucester Catholic year books along with some photos of a few class reunions. If you have a photo (s) you like to submit send it along with a description to BillGCN@verizon.net.

Since the first get-together in May the Breakfast Cllub continues to grow as the word keeps spreading about the monthly get-together. Although each one is much older as far as they are concerned nobody has really changed. They still feel like the same guys who use to hang at the Pool Room, on Tuckers Corner, at Powells, Gords, The Sports Corner, The Crown Point etc..... renewing old friendships and laughing about memories of the good old days...if you are interested in attending they meet the fourth Saturday of each month at the Train Depot in Gloucester City at 10 a.m.

By Lois Lane, gossip columnist for ClearysNoteBook
The Gloucester City Breakfast Club had a huge turnout for their December 29 meeting held at the Dining Car Depot, Monmouth Street at the Railroad. Some thirty-nine men were in attendance.
Hank Miller won the prize for coming the longest distance.Breakfast_club_december_07_003 The former Gloucester resident, who writes the column When East Meets West for ClearysNoteBook, flew in from his home in Kitakyushu City, Japan just for the breakfast.
Winning second place was former Gloucesterite Jack Bowe, who traveled from St. Louis Missouri to see his friends. Third was Bill Wibby Yeager who drove from Dover, Delaware. Fourth and Fifth Place goes to Butch Shaffer (Cape May) and Ron Raube (Mays Landing). The winners each received a second cup of coffee at no charge plus all the water they could drink.
El Presidente Chas Pitzo announced that Bill Cleary has resigned as treasurer and Jack Heiser volunteered to take his place. Pitzo gave a treasury report stating there was $400 in the account.
Speaking of Cleary he was the winner of the 50-50 this month. Since he was chosen to pick the stub out of the bucket some members thought he shouldn't be eligible to Breakfast_club_december_07_006 win. The executive board held an emergency meeting and ruled he could keep the prize ($19.02) as long as he picked up the tab for everyone's breakfast. Needless to say when it came time to pay the check Cleary was no where to be found.
Besides those already mentioned others in attendance included: Sam Chew, Frank Grandizio, Tom and Bud Wrigley, John Lang, Joe Boulden, Bob Bevan, Frank Cipolone, Bob Sliwa, Jack Persichetti, Ron Middleton, Joe DiGiacomo, Earl Kaighn, Walt Hall, Stu Rechard, Tom Moody.
Also, Gary Marcucci, John Hindsley, Joe Raube, Rick Gonzales, Jim and Harry Blymer, Mike Bowe, Joe Miller, Chalie Tourtual, Harry Walker, Tom ChooChoo Murphy, and Bob Bevan.
The next meeting, Saturday, January 26 at 9 AM. To become a member you must be a male, be able to eat breakfast and enjoy laughing. Also you need to know the answer to this question……where was the Charles Street Stadium located? Just in case you need a hint it was somewhere in Gloucester City.